Comparison

2048 vs SnakeNumbers

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

2048

Slide and merge colored tiles to reach the ultimate white tile. Challenge yourself to achieve a high score and unlock numerous achievements. Customize your experience with various themes and board sizes.

Highlights
  • Swipe to merge colored tiles
  • Reach the white tile goal
  • High score challenges
  • 12 color themes
  • 3 board sizes
  • 22 unlockable achievements
Features
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Join the colors and get to the WHITE tile! Swipe left, right, up, or down to move all tiles. When two tiles with the same color touch, they merge into one. Get to the WHITE tile, and reach a high score! *** Choose From 12 Different Color Themes! *** *** Choose From 3 Different Boards! *** *** 22 Achievements To Unlock! *** Download White Out 2 for more awesome updates to your favorite puzzle!

About

SnakeNumbers

Engage your mind with a number-based puzzle adventure. Connect numbers in sequence to create paths and overcome increasingly complex levels. Perfect for quick gaming sessions and a brain-teasing challenge.

Highlights
  • Connect numbers in sequence
  • Strategic level progression
  • Intuitive interface
  • Daily challenges
  • Progress tracking
  • Satisfying sound effects
Features
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Title: "NumberSnake Challenge - Puzzle Adventure" Short Description: "Challenge your mind with this addictive number puzzle game! Connect numbers, create paths, and become a master strategist." Full Description: "Welcome to NumberSnake Challenge, where numbers come alive in an exciting puzzle adventure! GAMEPLAY: • Connect numbers in sequence to create the perfect path • Challenge your strategic thinking with increasingly complex levels • Master the art of number connection and become a puzzle champion FEATURES: • Beautiful, intuitive interface • Multiple difficulty levels • Smooth animations and satisfying sound effects • Daily challenges to keep you engaged • Track your progress and compete with friends PERFECT FOR: • Puzzle enthusiasts • Strategy game lovers • Anyone looking for a brain-teasing challenge • Quick gaming sessions Download NumberSnake Challenge now and embark on an exciting journey of numbers and strategy! Can you master the art of number connection?" Keywords: puzzle, numbers, strategy, brain game, challenge, snake, connect, path, mind game, logic

Screenshots

20484 screens
SnakeNumbers3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SnakeNumbers at none against 2048's 10. SnakeNumbers also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 2048 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. SnakeNumbers asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

2048 ships an update every 2 months, SnakeNumbers weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
2048 versus SnakeNumbers: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter2048SnakeNumbers
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (381 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings381 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThat Peachey ThingHiroaki Arimura

Customer experience

2048

All ratings380 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral5.0%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews154 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral6.5%
Negative7.8%

SnakeNumbers

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

2048

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inability to save progress and scores
  • Themes not unlocking despite having enough coins

Requested features

3 requests
  • Custom color theme creation
  • Option to purchase ad-free version
  • Improved performance and stability

SnakeNumbers

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

2048

One-time10
  • Handful of Coins$0.99
  • 4 Tile Delete$0.99
  • Shuffle 5 Pack$0.99
Show 7 more
  • Stack of Coins$1.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Pile of Coins$2.99
  • Bag of Coins$3.99
  • White Out Pro$5.99
  • Chest of Coins$7.99
  • Vault of Coins$14.99
None

SnakeNumbers

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 2048 free?
2048 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SnakeNumbers free?
SnakeNumbers is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 2048 or SnakeNumbers have ads?
2048 shows ads; SnakeNumbers does not.
Which is updated more often, 2048 or SnakeNumbers?
2048 ships an update every 2 months, and SnakeNumbers weekly. Most recently, 2048 was updated on November 1, 2026 and SnakeNumbers on October 30, 2026.

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